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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Boston, MA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Boston, MA area.

We found 69 communities near Boston, MA
Holiday Maplewood Place

Holiday Maplewood Place

295 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148 (8.2 mi from city center)
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Brightview Arlington

Brightview Arlington

1 Symmes Road, Arlington, MA 02474 (8.2 mi from city center)
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Sunrise of Braintree

Sunrise of Braintree

618 Granite Street, Braintree, MA 02184 (8.2 mi from city center)
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Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

150 Lincoln St, Needham, MA 02492 (8.3 mi from city center)
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Leland Home

Leland Home

21 Newton St, Waltham, MA 02453 (8.4 mi from city center)
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White Oak Cottages

White Oak Cottages

6 Longwood Drive, Westwood, MA 02090 (8.4 mi from city center)
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Forestdale Park Senior Living

Forestdale Park Senior Living

341 Forest St, Malden, MA 02148 (8.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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The Falls At Cordingly Dam

The Falls At Cordingly Dam

2300 Washington St, Newton, MA 02462 (8.7 mi from city center)
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KinCare at Home

KinCare at Home

150 Grossman Drive Suite 201, Braintree, MA 02184 (8.7 mi from city center)
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North Hill

North Hill

865 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 (8.9 mi from city center)
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Sunrise of Arlington

Sunrise of Arlington

1395 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476 (9 mi from city center)
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Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree

Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree

40 Clapboardtree St, Norwood, MA 02062 (9.1 mi from city center)
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Maplewood at Weston

Maplewood at Weston

99 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493 (9.3 mi from city center)
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Westwood Glen Common

Westwood Glen Common

21 Westwood Glen Rd, Westwood, MA 02090 (9.4 mi from city center)
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Residences at Highland Glen

Residences at Highland Glen

4100 Highland Glen Rd, Westwood, MA 02090 (9.4 mi from city center)
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The Residence at Melrose Station

The Residence at Melrose Station

158 Essex Street, Melrose, MA 02176 (9.6 mi from city center)
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Allerton House Weymouth

Allerton House Weymouth

43 School House Rd, Weymouth, MA 02188 (9.8 mi from city center)
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Grove Manor Estates

Grove Manor Estates

160 Grove St, Braintree, MA 02184 (9.8 mi from city center)
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The Glen at Grove Manor

The Glen at Grove Manor

180 Grove St, Braintree, MA 02184 (9.9 mi from city center)
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  • Holiday Maplewood Place
  • Brightview Arlington
  • Sunrise of Braintree
  • Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
  • Leland Home
  • White Oak Cottages
  • Forestdale Park Senior Living
  • The Falls At Cordingly Dam
  • KinCare at Home
  • North Hill
  • Sunrise of Arlington
  • Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
  • Maplewood at Weston
  • Westwood Glen Common
  • Residences at Highland Glen
  • The Residence at Melrose Station
  • Allerton House Weymouth
  • Grove Manor Estates
  • The Glen at Grove Manor

Senior Living Statistics for Boston, Massachusetts

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Boston varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Boston
Assisted Living $7,213
Memory Care $7,212
Independent Living $6,352
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,319
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,091
Nursing Home: Studio $8,083
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $9,226
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Boston


In 2024, the cost of living in Boston includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Boston $7,213
Brockton $6,886
Millis-Clicquot $6,744

Here is how the cost of living in Boston compares to Massachusetts and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Boston $7,213
Massachusetts $6,822
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Boston


Number of senior living facilities in:

Boston

7

Surrounding Area

285

Massachusetts

365

Boston Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Boston, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Boston has a population of 665,945.
  • 48.2% Male
  • 51.8% Female

Marital Status:

  • 31.3% Married
  • 9.6% Divorced
  • 55.4% Never Married
  • 3.7% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 28.1% of the population.
  • 10.8% in their 50s
  • 9% in their 60s
  • 5.3% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 48.6% White
  • 22.5% Black
  • 9.7% Asian
  • 0.3% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 6.8% Identifying as Other
  • 12% Mixed Race
  • 19.6% Hispanic

Cities Near Boston

Not set on Boston? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Newton $7,029
Quincy $7,120
Dover $5,999
Woburn $7,178
Danvers $7,202
Cambridge $7,080
City Average Cost
Needham $6,942
Plymouth $7,315
Canton $6,992
Braintree $7,107
Beverly $6,980
Dedham $6,969
City Average Cost
Framingham $6,998
Malden $7,223
Milford $6,754
Marlborough $7,168
Portsmouth $6,125
Norwell $6,910

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.